5th Scientific Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (SAAM) Conference & Exhibition 2026
05 Nov 2026 – 07 Nov 2026 · Fairmont Hotel, Business Gate, Qurtubah Area, Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · In-Person
The 5th Scientific Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (SAAM) Conference & Exhibition returns to Riyadh from 5–7 November 2026 at the Fairmont Hotel — with a dedicated workshop day on 5 November and the main scientific programme on 6–7 November. Led by SAAM President Dr. Mohammed Alkhowailed, MD, the meeting has become one of the region's flagship gatherings for aesthetic medicine practitioners, drawing 3,000+ healthcare professionals each year.
Scientific focus
The agenda spans recent advances in aesthetic dermatology, laser medicine, plastic surgery, injectables and aesthetic pharmaceuticals, delivered through 50+ keynote lectures, live demonstrations, and hands-on workshops from market-leading national and international faculty. Attendees can expect updates on cutting-edge devices, energy-based platforms, biostimulators, regenerative aesthetics, threads, body contouring, and evidence-based combination protocols shaping modern practice.
Why attend
- Great speakers — 50+ lectures and workshops from internationally recognised experts.
- Networking — face-to-face access to KOLs, influencers, industry, and peers across the GCC and beyond.
- Innovative talks — new techniques, technologies, and workflows to adopt in daily aesthetic practice.
- Exhibition floor — one of the largest aesthetic-medicine expos in the Kingdom, showcasing the latest pharmaceuticals, devices, cosmeceuticals, and clinic solutions.
Scientific Partners
Saudi Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery (SSDDS), International Congress of Cosmetic Dermatology (ICCE), Kuwait Society of Dermatology, IWCM, Randhawa Dubai (RADV), Kolkhida, MEIDAM Congress, and Sharm Derma Egypt.
Confirmed Sponsors (highlights)
- Elite — AME, Merz, Dermazone, Aventa, Galderma, Advance-Med, Advance Medical, Amjad Medical, Allergan.
- Platinum — Imdad, NovaDrin Italia, Vitatech, BeautySteps, Stylage (Vivacy), EMC, Sinclair, Amico Group.
- Gold — NAOS/Bioderma, Careworld Med, RejuPro, Dermacity, Alwan Aldwaa, Arak, Derma Way, Leader Healthcare, Devote, BITCO, Diamond Vision, EGO Pharm, Medica, Glamy/Parkville, Bassam Trading, Bayer, IPSEN.
- Bronze — Arabian Gulf, United Core/Dermakor, FotoFinder, IM Solutions, Medik, Rilastil, MCAT, Ohhira, SkinTRT, GE HealthCare.
Registration & workshops
Early-bird pricing plans, speaker applications, and CME workshop details are being announced on the official site — check the Pricing Plans, Workshops, Agenda, Speakers and Committees pages. Sponsorship enquiries can be routed via Become a Sponsor.
Set at the Fairmont Riyadh, SAAM 2026 pairs a world-class scientific programme with the warm hospitality Saudi Arabia is known for — a must-attend for dermatologists, plastic surgeons, aesthetic physicians, dentists working in facial aesthetics, nurses and clinic managers across the MENA region.
Call for Abstracts — now open
Abstract submission for the 5th SAAM Conference & Exhibition is open. Submit your abstract and join in shaping the future of aesthetic medicine.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|
| Submission opens | 1 August 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 September 2026 |
| Acceptance notification | 21 October 2026 |
Who can submit: dermatologists · plastic surgeons · ENT surgeons · maxillofacial surgeons · ophthalmologists · researchers & academics · residents & fellows · medical students & interns.
Submit here: SAAM 2026 Abstract Submission
